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Is this the end of the cheap food era?
08 February 2022 SustainableWe speak to Patrick Holden of the Sustainable Food Trust, about the future of environmentally friendly food in the UK -
How the Ukraine crisis will affect the fine food industry
03 February 2022 NewsThe current conflict between Ukraine and Russia is creating a wave of uncertainty across the globe. But what does this mean for the UK food industry, and what effect will it have on indies over the coming months? -
Why small businesses are optimistic about growth in 2022
02 February 2022 CoronavirusResearch by the Federation of Small Businesses confirms that despite inflation and labour shortages, more indies are targeting growth this year than pre-Covid -
To ethically source global food products, think like a locavore
02 February 2022 SustainableHow can independent retailers find the local in the global? Lisa De Vellis explains the benefits of adopting an ethos centred around local food – the locavore philosophy -
Why food shortages could strike again
01 February 2022 CoronavirusFood and drink businesses have warned that shortages of carbon dioxide could be on the cards as a Government deal ends -
Why quality, convenience and sustainability are redefining shopping choices in 2022
31 January 2022 SustainableMark Jones, co-founder of Pantree, explores today's changing shopping habits and what conscious consumers really want in a brand -
How high streets are becoming more sustainable
27 January 2022 SustainableA new scheme to help small and independent businesses go green is kicking off as shifts in consumer habits become impossible to ignore -
Talking Shop: Behind the scenes at Keelham Farm Shop
26 January 2022 NewsYorkshire’s Keelham Farm Shop has long championed its local region. No wonder it’s award-winning -
How to sell to conscious consumers now
14 January 2022 SustainableNo longer a niche audience, conscious consumers are taking up an increasing market share, and the fine food sector is well placed to capitalise on the growth, as Rachael Perrett discovers -
Ensure your green claims aren’t misleading – here’s how
14 January 2022 SustainableAre your products as green as you say they are? Here's what you need to know -
How Brexit will impact the food sector in 2022
13 January 2022 BrexitFrom retail importers of small-batch European delicacies to start-ups hoping to expand through exports, Brexit’s effects will continue to be felt this year
